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APPENDIX B: Development and Aging of the Organ Systems
Development of the Skeleton
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Development of the Skeleton

Endochondral Ossification

Endochondral Ossification

The development of the primary and secondary ossification centers

This diagram of bone growth indicates hyaline cartilage model, bone collar, periosteum, blood vessel, primary and secondary ossification centers, articular cartilage, spongy bone, epiphyseal plate, and complex bone.

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